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Thrive Staffing lists this Travel PCU RN - $2,931 per week opportunity in kearney, Nebraska. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Thrive Staffing is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Kearney, Nebraska.
Job Description & RequirementsSpecialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
Discipline: RN
Start Date: 11/09/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
48 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, nights
Employment Type: Travel
PCU Registered Nurse (RN)
Job Overview We are seeking a dedicated and experienced PCU Registered Nurse (RN) to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in critical care and step-down unit nursing, with the ability to provide exceptional patient care for a variety of complex conditions.
Unit Information Unit Type: Stepdown
Number of Beds: 40 beds with an average daily census of 24
Patient Ratios: 1:4-5 on both day and night shifts
Common Diagnoses: Adults with cardiac, renal, respiratory, and oncology conditions, among others
Shift Information Shift Length: 12 hours
Shift Type: Nights
Guaranteed Hours: 48 hours per week
Weekend Requirements: Every other weekend
Holiday Requirements: Minimum of 2 holidays within the contract timeframe
Responsibilities Provide high-quality nursing care to patients in a stepdown unit
Monitor and assess patient conditions, including administering medications and titrating IV drips as necessary
Collaborate with the healthcare team to create and implement patient care plans
Perform assessments and ensure the safety and comfort of patients
Manage and interpret telemetry readings and read ECG strips
Support patients with respiratory support equipment and perform troubleshooting
Qualifications Years of Experience: Minimum of 2 years in a similar role
Required Certifications: ACLS
BLS Certification
NIHSS
Competency in managing arterial lines and administering titratable drips, including Heparin, Nitro, Dopamine, Cardizem, Amiodarone, and insulin
Ability to work flexibly within a team environment and respond positively to feedback
Excellent communication skills and cultural sensitivity, particularly with diverse populations
Additional Information This role includes participation in unit orientation and compliance with specific dress code requirements. Successful candidates will demonstrate an eagerness to learn and improve patient care practices, with a specific focus on enhancing patient experience scores through effective communication and responsiveness.
Thrive Staffing Job ID . Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: RN:Stepdown,19:00:00-07:00:00
About Thrive Staffing At the heart of Thrive Staffing is our mission to support healthcare professionals in their career journey. We strive to build strong, personal relationships with our candidates, fostering work environments for the common good that values individual autonomy, encourages personal expression, and removes career obstacles. We're not just looking for employees-we're looking for partners in our mission to transform healthcare staffing. Our ideal candidate is someone who shares our vision of improving lives and impacting the world in a positive way. If you're a healthcare professional looking to take the next step in your career, we're here to help you thrive through health care staffing that understands you and puts prominence on enabling your professional potential.
Worksite address
kearney, NE, 68847, US
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